Posts Tagged Domestic Violence
Fathers now often guilty until proven innocent
Posted by mheine in David's Blog on July 2nd, 2010
I live in a rural community outside Auckland. I find it disturbing that in this small area alone, three male acquaintances have found themselves in jail following unsubstantiated accusations by former partners. While the three men are known to each other – everyone knows everyone in a community this size – they are otherwise unconnected. [...]
Domestic Violence (Enhancing Safety) Bill – Second Reading
DAVID GARRETT (ACT): I rise to speak on the second reading of the Domestic Violence (Enhancing Safety) Bill. I am happy to say that ACT members fully support this bill, and that we will be voting for it right through. This bill is another tool in the Police’s kit for dealing with serious offenders. Let [...]
Domestic Violence (Enhancing Safety) Bill – First Reading
DAVID GARRETT (ACT): I rise to speak on the Domestic Violence (Enhancing Safety) Bill, and I am very pleased to speak on this bill as my first duty since I gave my maiden speech last night. In that speech I said we needed a revolution to repair our broken justice system. I wish to put on [...]
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